Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Kearny Neighborhood of Kearny, NJ from $800 (17 Rentals)

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20 Wallis Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
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218-220 Duncan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

218-220 Duncan Ave

218-220 Duncan AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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80 Lexington Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

80 Lexington Ave

80 Lexington AveJersey City, NJ 07304

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196 Clinton Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

196 Clinton Ave

196 Clinton AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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214-220 Duncan Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

214-220 Duncan Ave

214-220 Duncan AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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2267 John F Kennedy Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2267 John F Kennedy Blvd

2267 John F Kennedy BlvdJersey City, NJ 07304
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304 Ege Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

304 Ege Ave

304 Ege AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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The Agnes Co-Living
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Agnes Co-Living

132 Yale AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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South Kearny, Kearny, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Kearny Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Kearny area of Kearny, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Agnes Co-Living priced from $1,580. Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable South Kearny apartments for rent in Kearny, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Agnes Co-LivingPrivate Room with Private Bath D1BR,1BA$1,580
Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
3 AcresS4Studio,1BA$1,825
The BallantineS2.1Studio,1BA$1,948
Verde Jersey CitySStudio,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Kearny, NJ

As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Kearny area is the $2.33 price per square foot 338 Sip Ave Model at 338 Sip Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Marion neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value South Kearny apartment is the 688 Communipaw Ave Model at 688 Communipaw Ave starting at $1,060 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Kearny apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
338 Sip Ave, Unit 2338 Sip Ave3BR,2BA$2.33
688 Communipaw Ave688 Communipaw AveStudio ,1BA$0.71
35 Hawkins St, Unit 235 Hawkins St3BR,2BA$1.57
37 Gautier Ave, Unit #237 Gautier Ave3BR,1BA$2.08
29 Roosevelt Ave, Unit 129 Roosevelt Ave3BR,1BA$2.25
33 Lexington Ave, Unit 233 Lexington Ave3BR,1BA$2.70
79 Roosevelt Ave, Unit 179 Roosevelt Ave2BR,1BA$2.44
664 Forest St, Unit 1664 Forest St2BR,1BA$2.00
29 Clarke Ave, Unit 429 Clarke Ave1BR,1BA$2.63
Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Kearny, Kearny, NJ

Ranked #4

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the South Kearny Neighborhood in Kearny, NJ

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Kearny Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Kearny?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Kearny is at 3 Acres listed at $1,825.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Kearny Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Kearny Apartment is $1,580 at The Agnes Co-Living.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Kearny Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Kearny is starting from $2,600 at Verde Jersey City.

What is the most affordable South Kearny Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Kearny Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Xchange at Secaucus Junction and starts from $3,475.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.